Meet the Newly Appointed Student Representatives at Wittenborg for 2026

23.01.2026

Wittenborg’s 2026 Student Representatives, Led by Jasmine Shaw

Wittenborg has introduced its Student Representatives for 2026, elected in November 2025 and officially presented at the institution’s Christmas event in December. Bringing together diverse international perspectives, the new representatives are ready to serve as the voice of the student community and help shape an even stronger Wittenborg experience.

Working closely with students, faculty, and leadership, the 2026 Student Representative team will focus on strengthening communication and representing student perspectives.

Jasmine Shaw

Jasmine Shaw is from South Africa and is studying for a BBA in Marketing and Communications, specialising in Digital and Social Media. She became a student representative to address areas where she could make meaningful improvements for her fellow students.

“I want to make my fellow students feel really listened to and address each concern with an open mind,” Jasmine says. Her priorities include supporting student well-being, advocating for fair academic policies and creating more opportunities for student involvement through events and feedback forums. She also hopes to improve scheduling and timetabling to reduce unnecessary stress.

Arshia Baharloueiyancheshmeh

Arshia Baharloueiyancheshmeh from Iran, studying for a bachelor’s in Sport Business Management, has previously served as a student representative.

“I want to make sure students feel heard, supported and represented,” he says. Arshia’s priorities include improving communication between students and the administration, supporting internships and industry connections, addressing accommodation concerns and organising events to bring students and staff together.

Shelly Anand

Shelly Anand is originally from India and based in the Netherlands, and is pursuing an MBA in Data Analytics. She brings over 18 years of experience in banking, finance and entrepreneurship.

“I wanted to become a student representative because I genuinely enjoy connecting with people and supporting others,” Shelly explains. She focuses on fostering a supportive student community, strengthening communication between students and staff and helping international students adapt to life at Wittenborg. Shelly is also committed to practical learning opportunities that prepare students for the changing job market.

Heer Dhandha

Heer Dhandha is from India and is studying an MBM in Digital Marketing and Communication. She also has previous experience in school management in her home country.

“I want to ensure every student’s voice is heard and their concerns are addressed,” Heer says. Her focus is on improving communication, supporting student well-being, addressing academic and campus-related concerns and encouraging collaboration within the student community. She also emphasises mental health awareness and flexible academic support.

Kyal Sin Lin (Hazel)

Kyal Sin Lin, also known as Hazel, is from Myanmar and is studying MCI in Marketing and Communication.

“I want to create a space where every student’s voice is heard and supported,” she explains. She focuses on communication, well-being and student support, using check-ins, anonymous forms and open conversations to gather feedback. She also aims to help students manage academic pressures with practical strategies and peer support.

Nguyen Thi Mai Phuong and Mohammadali Eslamian complete the list of elected student representatives for 2026.